Match Summary
Al-Nassr and Al Shabab drew 2:2. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by A. Hamed-Allah 44′ (pen.), Aiman Yahya 45′, Cristiano Ronaldo 45′, Mohammed Al Shwirekh 67′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Al-Nassr had 42% possession while Al Shabab held 58%. Al-Nassr had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 19 (7 on target) for Al Shabab. Al-Nassr made 3 substitutions, Al Shabab made 4. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Cristiano Ronaldo 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Nassr and Al Shabab — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: C. Guanca
Match Statistics
Al-Nassr had 42% possession against Al Shabab's 58%. Al-Nassr registered 15 shots (7 on target) while Al Shabab managed 19 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 15–11.
Lineups
Al-Nassr lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under S. Pioli, while Al Shabab deployed a 3-4-2-1 under F. Terim.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Nassr is 6.92, compared to 6.58 for Al Shabab. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Al-Nassr's highest-rated starter is Bento (7.03), while Al Shabab's best-rated player is W. Hoedt (7.05).
Defensive Solidity
Al-Nassr deploy 4 defenders rated 6.97 on average, against Al Shabab's 3-man backline averaging 6.81. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Al-Nassr field 5 midfielders averaging 6.84, versus Al Shabab's 4 rated 6.52. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Al-Nassr start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Al Shabab averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 53% for Al-Nassr and 46% for Al Shabab. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Al-Nassr's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Al Shabab. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Al-Nassr's starting XI is 29.2 (youngest: Bento (26), oldest: Mohammed Al Fatil (33)), while Al Shabab average 28.0 (youngest: Nawaf Al Ghulaimish (20), oldest: H. Bushchan (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Al-Nassr's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 11 for Al Shabab. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al-Nassr have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Al Shabab show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Nassr and Al Shabab have met 1 times — Al-Nassr won 1, Al Shabab won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al-Nassr leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026